< Go Back Why Should I Have A Balcony? Posted: Jul 17, 2018Making the most of the space that you have at home is important. Rather than leaving a flat roof to go to waste, you should consider converting it into a balcony. This extra space can be used for relaxing or as an extension of your own home. Adding balconies and balustrades can add value to your home, giving you a useful space while increasing the value of your property. At Westmorland Flat Roofing Ltd we work with other local suppliers to create and install balconies and balustrades that suit your home.
About Balconies and Balustrades A carefully thought out and designed balcony can bring many benefits to a home or business. As well as adding value to a property, this feature can increase the space you have available. If you enjoy spending time outdoors, then a balcony can add the extra outdoor space that you need.
With balconies you can use different materials for balustrades and flooring to create unique looks.
Choosing Your Materials Using the correct materials when installing a balcony or balustrade is an important factor. Ensuring that you match in your new extended space to the aesthetic of your property can help to increase value and the overall look of your home.
When it comes to both commercial and domestic balconies, there are several styles of material that can be used. These include:
Stainless Steel Colour Powder Galvanised Glass
We obtain our materials from local company Dalton Engineering Ltd and you can view examples of their products here .
Glass Balustrades Using a balustrade which does not interfere with the beautiful scenery of the Cumbrian countryside makes all the difference when it comes to a balcony. Seen as a stylish and modern take on safety measures, glass is a material which is beginning to be used more often for aesthetic purposes.
There are several benefits to this form of balustrade and having an insight into these can demonstrate whether this material is for you or not. As well as giving you more views to enjoy, glass is extremely easy to maintain and clean. Another huge benefit is that there is nothing there in the safety of the balcony to prevent light, giving you more ways to enjoy your new found space.
Glass as a material is durable, strong, and looks fantastic with many different designs.
How To Use New Space There are endless ways that you can enjoy your new found space. You can use this space to relax and entertain friends or create a unique space tailored to your needs. There are a few ideas online which give you some inspiration, but we�ve pulled together our own suggestions.
Adding potted plants to the area enables you to use it as a garden and adding a dining table and chairs gives you a space to enjoy al fresco dining. There are endless things you can do with a balcony, giving you even more reasons to invest in one.
Contact Us To find our more about how we can help you to create a balcony that suits your home, please feel free to get in contact with us.
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